NASA NTRS · 19800016270
Test Bed Concentrator (TBC)
Abstract
A point focussing concentrator design adapted from an existing communications antenna for use in a solar test bed application is described. The structure design, configured for use with JPL's spherical radius mirror panels, made no attempt toward optimization. The key objectives of stiffness, pointing accuracy, and timely delivery were exceeded. The system weight is approximately 16,000 Kg (36,000 lbs) and has a calculated 1 sigma system error of 0.03 degrees.
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Goldberg, V. R.. 1980-05-15. Test Bed Concentrator (TBC). https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19800016270
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